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Mukherjee AG, Valsala Gopalakrishnan A. Rosolic acid as a novel activator of the Nrf2/ARE pathway in arsenic-induced male reproductive toxicity: An in silico study. Biochem Biophys Rep 2024; 39:101801. [PMID: 39175663 PMCID: PMC11340599 DOI: 10.1016/j.bbrep.2024.101801] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2024] [Revised: 07/19/2024] [Accepted: 07/23/2024] [Indexed: 08/24/2024] Open
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Male reproductive toxicity as a result of arsenic exposure is linked with oxidative stress and excessive generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS). It leads to an imbalance between ROS production and antioxidant defense mechanisms ultimately resulting in male infertility. The nuclear factor erythroid 2 (NFE2)-related factor 2 (Nrf2) is a transcription factor that responds to cellular stressors controlling the oxidative state, mitochondrial dysfunction, inflammation, and proteostasis. This study aims to investigate the potential of Rosolic acid (ROA) to act as a novel Nrf2 activator by mitigating oxidative stress to combat arsenic-induced male reproductive toxicity. The protein and ligands were prepared in the BIOVIA Discovery Studio, followed by protein-ligand docking using auto dock vina integrated with the PyRx-Virtual Screening Tool. Then the ADME properties were analyzed using the SwissADME tool to get a clear idea about the physicochemical properties, lipophilicity, water solubility, pharmacokinetics, and drug likeliness of ROA. It was followed by molecular dynamics simulation (MDS) studies using GROMACS. The 3D and 2D interaction maps revealed the interactions of Keap 1 with ROA. Keap1-ROA complex was found to have a binding energy of -7.8 kcal/mol. ROA showed 0 violations for Lipinski and 0 alerts each for PAINS and Brenk and a bioavailability score of 0.55. The BOILED-Egg representation showcases that ROA is predicted as passively crossing the blood-brain barrier (BBB). The MDS described 2FLU-ROA as a stable system. This work portrays that ROA can be a potent Nrf2 activator by exhibiting an inhibitory activity against the Keap1 protein and thus mitigating oxidative stress in arsenic-induced male reproductive toxicity.
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- Anirban Goutam Mukherjee
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Bio-Sciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, 632014, India
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, School of Bio-Sciences and Technology, Vellore Institute of Technology, Vellore, Tamil Nadu, 632014, India
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Zhuang P, Chen X, Sun S, Li Y, Mo H. Bioaccessibility and bioavailability of Pb and Cd in rice is affected by propolis and its extracts and Fe intervention. THE SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT 2024; 951:175697. [PMID: 39182785 DOI: 10.1016/j.scitotenv.2024.175697] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2024] [Revised: 08/09/2024] [Accepted: 08/20/2024] [Indexed: 08/27/2024]
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Increasing the intake of dietary supplements containing antioxidant components can reduce the oral bioavailability of lead (Pb) and cadmium (Cd) and benefit human health. In this study, the effects of propolis and its extracts (kaempferol (KAE), quercetin (QR), and caffeic acid phenethyl ester (CAPE)) in conjunction with proanthocyanidins (PA) on Pb and Cd bioaccessibility (BAC) and the relative bioavailability (RBA) in brown and polished rice are investigated. The results of in vitro tests showed that propolis and its extracts were effective in reducing Pb BAC in both brown and polished rice. A medium dose of PA had a significant reduction effect on Cd BAC (76 %) and RBA in both brown and polished rice. Based on mouse bioassays, the supplementation of propolis and its extracts significantly (p < 0.05) reduced the Pb-RBA in brown rice, resulting in a decrease in Pb RBA from 25 % in the control group to 16.5-17.6 %. The results showed that the BAC and RBA of Pb in brown rice with dietary supplements decreased significantly, which may be related to the enhanced inhibitory effect of high Fe. It was also found that the Pb RBA was negatively correlated with the Fe content in mice kidneys. This result provided evidence that antioxidants better inhibit the bioavailability of heavy metals, highlighting that propolis and PA may be alternative dietary supplements for intervening in human Pb and Cd exposure.
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- Ping Zhuang
- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Applied Botany, Xiaoliang Research Station of Tropical Coastal Ecosystems, Key Laboratory of Vegetation Restoration and Management of Degraded Ecosystems, the CAS Engineering Laboratory for Ecological Restoration of Island and Coastal Ecosystems, and South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510650, PR China; South China National Botanical Garden, Guangzhou 510650, PR China.
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Applied Botany, Xiaoliang Research Station of Tropical Coastal Ecosystems, Key Laboratory of Vegetation Restoration and Management of Degraded Ecosystems, the CAS Engineering Laboratory for Ecological Restoration of Island and Coastal Ecosystems, and South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510650, PR China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Applied Botany, Xiaoliang Research Station of Tropical Coastal Ecosystems, Key Laboratory of Vegetation Restoration and Management of Degraded Ecosystems, the CAS Engineering Laboratory for Ecological Restoration of Island and Coastal Ecosystems, and South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510650, PR China; University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Applied Botany, Xiaoliang Research Station of Tropical Coastal Ecosystems, Key Laboratory of Vegetation Restoration and Management of Degraded Ecosystems, the CAS Engineering Laboratory for Ecological Restoration of Island and Coastal Ecosystems, and South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510650, PR China; South China National Botanical Garden, Guangzhou 510650, PR China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Applied Botany, Xiaoliang Research Station of Tropical Coastal Ecosystems, Key Laboratory of Vegetation Restoration and Management of Degraded Ecosystems, the CAS Engineering Laboratory for Ecological Restoration of Island and Coastal Ecosystems, and South China Botanical Garden, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Guangzhou 510650, PR China; South China National Botanical Garden, Guangzhou 510650, PR China
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Kazak F, Akcakavak G, Alakus I, Alakus H, Kirgiz O, Karatas O, Deveci MZY, Coskun P. Proanthocyanidin alleviates testicular torsion/detorsion-induced ischemia/reperfusion injury in rats. Tissue Cell 2024; 89:102459. [PMID: 39002290 DOI: 10.1016/j.tice.2024.102459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/15/2024] [Revised: 06/04/2024] [Accepted: 07/01/2024] [Indexed: 07/15/2024]
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Testicular torsion is an urological emergency and can lead to ischemia damage and testicular loss if not diagnosed in time. Proanthocyanidin is reported to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. The current study aimed to examine the possible effects of proanthocyanidin (P) on the testis in torsion/detorsion (T/D)-induced testicular ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury in rats. Forty rats were divided into four groups (n=10 for each): sham-operated (sham), I/R, I/R + P100 (100 mg/kg, 30 min before torsion), and I/R + P200 (200 mg/kg, 30 min before torsion). Testicular T/D was performed on the left testicle by 3 hours of torsion at 720° clockwise, followed by 3 hours of detorsion. In the I/R group, an increase in malondialdehyde (MDA) levels and a decrease in glutathione (GSH), vitamin C (Vit C), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) values were determined compared to the sham group (p<0.001). Moreover, an increase in the expression of cleaved caspase-3 and Bcl2-associated X protein (Bax), a decrease in the expression of B-cell lymphoma 2 (Bcl-2) and proliferating cell nuclear antigen (PCNA) were detected in the I/R group (p<0.001). Histopathologically, it was determined that the Johnsen and Cosentino scores of the testicles were irregular in the I/R group (p<0.001). Proanthocyanidin treatment caused a decrease in MDA, cleaved caspase-3 and Bax levels and an increase in GSH, Vit C, GPx, G6PD, Bcl-2 and PCNA values. Additionally, Johnsen and Cosentino rearranged the scores. The present findings revealed the protective and curative effects of proanthocyanidin in organ damage due to testicular torsion/detorsion-induced ischemia/reperfusion with their antioxidative and antiapoptotic properties.
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- Filiz Kazak
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey.
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Aksaray University, Aksaray, Turkey.
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey.
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey.
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey.
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Sivas Cumhuriyet University, Sivas, Turkey.
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- Department of Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Sciences, Hatay Mustafa Kemal University, Hatay, Turkey.
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Zeng J, Weng Y, Lai T, Chen L, Li Y, Huang Q, Zhong S, Wan S, Luo L. Procyanidin alleviates ferroptosis and inflammation of LPS-induced RAW264.7 cell via the Nrf2/HO-1 pathway. NAUNYN-SCHMIEDEBERG'S ARCHIVES OF PHARMACOLOGY 2024; 397:4055-4067. [PMID: 38010399 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-023-02854-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2023] [Accepted: 11/12/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023]
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Inflammation is a common occurrence in many medical conditions and is a natural defense mechanism of the human body. Ferroptosis, an iron-dependent form of cell death related to lipid peroxide build-up, has been found to be involved in inflammation. The anti-inflammatory effects of procyanidin, however, are not yet fully understood. Through network pharmacology and bioinformatics analysis, it was suggested that procyanidin could modulate ferroptosis and cause anti-inflammatory effects on RAW264.7 cells. This was further evidenced through molecular docking, molecular dynamics, and in vitro experiments. The results indicated that procyanidin could diminish inflammation in LPS-induced RAW264.7 cells by regulating ferroptosis via the Nrf2/HO-1/Keap-1 pathway. In conclusion, procyanidin supplementation might be an effective way to reduce inflammation by decreasing the release of inflammatory cytokines and suppressing ferroptosis.
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- Jiayan Zeng
- The First Clinical College, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524023, Guangdong, China
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- The First Clinical College, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524023, Guangdong, China
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- The First Clinical College, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524023, Guangdong, China
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- The First Clinical College, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524023, Guangdong, China
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- The First Clinical College, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524023, Guangdong, China
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- The First Clinical College, Guangdong Medical University, Zhanjiang, 524023, Guangdong, China
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- Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Aquatic Product Processing and Safety, Guangdong Province Engineering Laboratory for Marine Biological Products, Guangdong Provincial Engineering Technology Research Center of Seafood, College of Food Science and Technology, Guangdong Ocean University, Zhanjiang, 524088, China
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- Department of Genetics, Cell Biology and Anatomy, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA.
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- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute, Guangdong Medical University, No. 2 Wenming East Road, Xiashan District, Zhanjiang, 524023, Guangdong, China.
- The Marine Biomedical Research Institute of Guangdong Zhanjiang, Zhanjiang, Guangdong, 524023, China.
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Khan MZ, Khan A, Huang B, Wei R, Kou X, Wang X, Chen W, Li L, Zahoor M, Wang C. Bioactive Compounds Protect Mammalian Reproductive Cells from Xenobiotics and Heat Stress-Induced Oxidative Distress via Nrf2 Signaling Activation: A Narrative Review. Antioxidants (Basel) 2024; 13:597. [PMID: 38790702 PMCID: PMC11118937 DOI: 10.3390/antiox13050597] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2024] [Revised: 05/08/2024] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 05/26/2024] Open
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Oxidative stress occurs when there is an imbalance between the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the body's antioxidant defenses. It poses a significant threat to the physiological function of reproductive cells. Factors such as xenobiotics and heat can worsen this stress, leading to cellular damage and apoptosis, ultimately decreasing reproductive efficiency. The nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway plays a crucial role in defending against oxidative stress and protecting reproductive cells via enhancing antioxidant responses. Dysregulation of Nrf2 signaling has been associated with infertility and suboptimal reproductive performance in mammals. Recent advancements in therapeutic interventions have underscored the critical role of Nrf2 in mitigating oxidative damage and restoring the functional integrity of reproductive cells. In this narrative review, we delineate the harmful effects of heat and xenobiotic-induced oxidative stress on reproductive cells and explain how Nrf2 signaling provides protection against these challenges. Recent studies have shown that activating the Nrf2 signaling pathway using various bioactive compounds can ameliorate heat stress and xenobiotic-induced oxidative distress and apoptosis in mammalian reproductive cells. By comprehensively analyzing the existing literature, we propose Nrf2 as a key therapeutic target for mitigating oxidative damage and apoptosis in reproductive cells caused by exposure to xenobiotic exposure and heat stress. Additionally, based on the synthesis of these findings, we discuss the potential of therapies focused on the Nrf2 signaling pathway to improve mammalian reproductive efficiency.
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- Muhammad Zahoor Khan
- Liaocheng Research Institute of Donkey High-Efficiency Breeding and Ecological Feeding, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 522000, China
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- Genome Analysis Laboratory of the Ministry of Agriculture, Agricultural Genomics Institute at Shenzhen, Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Shenzhen 511464, China
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- Liaocheng Research Institute of Donkey High-Efficiency Breeding and Ecological Feeding, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 522000, China
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- Liaocheng Research Institute of Donkey High-Efficiency Breeding and Ecological Feeding, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 522000, China
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- Liaocheng Research Institute of Donkey High-Efficiency Breeding and Ecological Feeding, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 522000, China
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- Liaocheng Research Institute of Donkey High-Efficiency Breeding and Ecological Feeding, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 522000, China
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- Liaocheng Research Institute of Donkey High-Efficiency Breeding and Ecological Feeding, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 522000, China
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- Liaocheng Research Institute of Donkey High-Efficiency Breeding and Ecological Feeding, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 522000, China
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- Department of Molecular Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, University of Oslo, Sognsvannsveien, 90372 Oslo, Norway
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- Liaocheng Research Institute of Donkey High-Efficiency Breeding and Ecological Feeding, Liaocheng University, Liaocheng 522000, China
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Ding J, Lu B, Liu L, Zhong Z, Wang N, Li B, Sheng W, He Q. Guilu-Erxian-Glue alleviates Tripterygium wilfordii polyglycoside-induced oligoasthenospermia in rats by resisting ferroptosis via the Keap1/Nrf2/GPX4 signaling pathway. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2023; 61:213-227. [PMID: 36688426 PMCID: PMC9873281 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2023.2165114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2022] [Revised: 11/18/2022] [Accepted: 12/31/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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CONTEXT Guilu-Erxian-Glue (GLEXG) is a traditional Chinese formula used to improve male reproductive dysfunction. OBJECTIVE To investigate the ferroptosis resistance of GLEXG in the improvement of semen quality in the oligoasthenospermia (OAS) rat model. MATERIALS AND METHODS Male Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats were administered Tripterygium wilfordii polyglycoside, a compound extracted from Tripterygium wilfordii Hook F. (Celastraceae), at a dose of 40 mg/kg/day, to establish an OAS model. Fifty-four SD rats were randomly divided into six groups: sham, model, low-dose GLEXG (GLEXGL, 0.25 g/kg/day), moderate-dose GLEXG (GLEXGM, 0.50 g/kg/day), high-dose GLEXG (GLEXGH, 1.00 g/kg/day) and vitamin E (0.01 g/kg/day) group. The semen quality, structure and function of sperm mitochondria, histopathology, levels of oxidative stress and iron, and mRNA levels and protein expression in the Keap1/Nrf2/GPX4 pathway, were analyzed. RESULTS Compared with the model group, GLEXGH significantly improved sperm concentration (35.73 ± 15.42 vs. 17.40 ± 4.12, p < 0.05) and motility (58.59 ± 11.06 vs. 28.59 ± 9.42, p < 0.001), and mitigated testicular histopathology. Moreover, GLEXGH markedly reduced the ROS level (5684.28 ± 1345.47 vs. 15500.44 ± 2307.39, p < 0.001) and increased the GPX4 level (48.53 ± 10.78 vs. 23.14 ± 11.04, p < 0.01), decreased the ferrous iron level (36.31 ± 3.66 vs. 48.64 ± 7.74, p < 0.05), and rescued sperm mitochondrial morphology and potential via activating the Keap1/Nrf2/GPX4 pathway. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS Ferroptosis resistance from GLEXG might be driven by activation of the Keap1/Nrf2/GPX4 pathway. Targeting ferroptosis is a novel approach for OAS therapy.
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- Jin Ding
- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Department of Andrology Clinic, Affiliated Bao’an Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, The Seventh Clinical Medical College, Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shenzhen, China
- Andrology Laboratory, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Andrology Laboratory, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Andrology Laboratory, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Andrology Laboratory, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Andrology Laboratory, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Andrology Laboratory, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Andrology Laboratory, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
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- College of Integrated Traditional Chinese and Western Medicine, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Andrology Laboratory, Hunan University of Chinese Medicine, Changsha, China
- Hunan University of Medicine, Huaihua, China
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Gao X, Li G, Pan X, Xia J, Yan D, Xu Y, Ruan X, He H, Wei Y, Zhai J. Environmental and occupational exposure to cadmium associated with male reproductive health risk: a systematic review and meta-analysis based on epidemiological evidence. ENVIRONMENTAL GEOCHEMISTRY AND HEALTH 2023; 45:7491-7517. [PMID: 37584848 DOI: 10.1007/s10653-023-01719-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/31/2023] [Indexed: 08/17/2023]
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There is an abundance of epidemiological evidence and animal experiments concerning the correlation between cadmium exposure and adverse male reproductive health outcomes. However, the evidence remains inconclusive. We conducted a literature search from PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science over the past 3 decades. Pooled r and 95% confidence intervals (CIs) were derived from Cd levels of the type of biological materials and different outcome indicators to address the large heterogeneity of existing literature. Cd was negatively correlated with semen parameters (r = - 0.122, 95% CI - 0.151 to - 0.092) and positively correlated with sera sex hormones (r = 0.104, 95% CI 0.060 to 0.147). Among them, Cd in three different biological materials (blood, semen, and urine) was negatively correlated with semen parameters, while among sex hormones, only blood and urine were statistically positively correlated. In subgroup analysis, blood Cd was negatively correlated with semen density, sperm motility, sperm morphology, and sperm count. Semen Cd was negatively correlated with semen concentration. As for serum sex hormones, blood Cd had no statistical significance with three hormones, while semen Cd was negatively correlated with testosterone. In summary, cadmium exposure might be associated with the risk of a decline in sperm quality and abnormal levels of sex hormones.
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- Xin Gao
- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Hefei, 230032, China
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- Department of Public Affairs Administration, School of Health Management, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Heifei, 230032, China
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- School of the First Clinical Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Heifei, 230032, China
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- Department of Public Affairs Administration, School of Health Management, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Heifei, 230032, China
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- Department of Public Affairs Administration, School of Health Management, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Heifei, 230032, China
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- School of the First Clinical Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Heifei, 230032, China
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- School of the First Clinical Medicine, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Heifei, 230032, China
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Hefei, 230032, China
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Hefei, 230032, China
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- Department of Occupational and Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Anhui Medical University, Meishan Rd 81, Hefei, 230032, China.
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Alharthy SA, Zughaibi TA, Vij P, Tabrez S, Almashjary MN, Alharthi S, Alamri T, Alghamdi BS, Harakeh S, Azhari SA, Farsi RM, Althagafy HS, Hassanein EHM. Mirtazapine attenuated cadmium-induced neuronal intoxication by regulating Nrf2 and NF-κB/TLR4 signals. Toxicol Mech Methods 2023; 33:675-687. [PMID: 37403423 DOI: 10.1080/15376516.2023.2231530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2023] [Revised: 06/26/2023] [Accepted: 06/26/2023] [Indexed: 07/06/2023]
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Cadmium (Cd) is one of the most hazardous metals to the environment and human health. Neurotoxicity is of the most serious hazards caused by Cd. Mirtazapine (MZP) is a central presynaptic α2 receptor antagonist used effectively in treating several neurological disorders. This study investigated the anti-inflammatory and antioxidant activity of MZP against Cd-induced neurotoxicity. In this study, rats were randomly divided into five groups: control, MZP (30 mg/kg), Cd (6.5 mg/kg/day; i.p), Cd + MZP (15 mg/kg), and Cd + MZP (30 mg/kg). Histopathological examination, oxidative stress biomarkers, inflammatory cytokines, and the impact of Nrf2 and NF-κB/TLR4 signals were assessed in our study. Compared to Cd control rats, MZP attenuated histological abrasions in the cerebral cortex and CA1 and CA3 regions of the hippocampus as well as the dentate gyrus. MZP attenuated oxidative injury by upregulating Nrf2. In addition, MZP suppressed the inflammatory response by decreasing TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 mediated by downregulating TLR4 and NF-κB. It is noteworthy that MZP's neuroprotective actions were dose-dependent. Collectively, MZP is a promising therapeutic strategy for attenuating Cd-induced neurotoxicity by regulating Nrf2, and NF-κB/TLR4 signals, pending further study in clinical settings.
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- Saif A Alharthy
- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Toxicology and Forensic Sciences King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Toxicology and Forensic Sciences King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, St. John's University, Queens, NY, USA
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Toxicology and Forensic Sciences King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Hematology Research Unit, King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Chemistry, College of Science, Taif University, Taif, Saudi Arabia
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- Family and Community Medicine Department, Faculty of Medicine in Rabigh, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Physiology, Neuroscience Unit, Faculty of Medicine, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Pre-Clinical Research Unit, King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- King Fahd Medical Research Center, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Science, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Assiut, Egypt
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Liu S, Deng X, Li Z, Zhou W, Wang G, Zhan J, Hu B. Environmental cadmium exposure alters the internal microbiota and metabolome of Sprague-Dawley rats. Front Vet Sci 2023; 10:1219729. [PMID: 37565077 PMCID: PMC10410080 DOI: 10.3389/fvets.2023.1219729] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2023] [Accepted: 07/12/2023] [Indexed: 08/12/2023] Open
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Cadmium (Cd) is a toxic element that can negatively affect both humans and animals. It enters the human and animal bodies through the respiratory and digestive tracts, following which it tends to accumulate in different organs, thereby seriously affecting human and animal health, as well as hampering social and economic development. Cd exposure can alter the composition of intestinal microbiota. In addition, it can damage the peripheral organs by causing the translocation of intestinal microbiota. However, the relationship between translocation-induced changes in the composition of microbiome in the blood and metabolic changes remains unclear. In the present study, we investigated the effects of Cd exposure on microbiota and serum metabolism in rats by omics analysis. The results demonstrated that Cd exposure disrupted the balance between the blood and intestinal flora in Sprague-Dawley (SD) rats, with a significant increase in gut microbiota (Clostridia_UCG_014, NK4A214_group) and blood microbiome (Corynebacterium, Muribaculaceae). However, Cd exposure caused the translocation of Corynebacterium and Muribaculaceae from the gut into the blood. In addition, Cd exposure was associated with the up-regulation of serum indoxyl sulfate, phenyl sulfate, and p-cresol sulfate; down-regulation of δ-tocopherol and L-glutamine; and changes in blood microbiome and metabolites. In conclusion, we identified novel metabolic biomarkers for Cd toxicity, which will also expand our understanding of the role of blood microbiome in Cd-induced injury.
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- Songqing Liu
- College of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Chengdu Normal University, Chengdu, China
- Sichuan Provincial Key Laboratory for Development and Utilization of Characteristic Horticultural Biological Resources, Chengdu Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- College of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Chengdu Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- North Sichuan Medical College, Nanchong, China
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- College of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Chengdu Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- College of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Chengdu Normal University, Chengdu, China
- Sichuan Provincial Key Laboratory for Development and Utilization of Characteristic Horticultural Biological Resources, Chengdu Normal University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Forest Mycology and Plant Pathology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Uppsala, Sweden
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- College of Chemistry and Life Sciences, Chengdu Normal University, Chengdu, China
- Sichuan Provincial Key Laboratory for Development and Utilization of Characteristic Horticultural Biological Resources, Chengdu Normal University, Chengdu, China
- Department of Forest Mycology and Plant Pathology, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Uppsala, Sweden
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Exploring Nrf2 as a therapeutic target in testicular dysfunction. Cell Tissue Res 2022; 390:23-33. [PMID: 35788899 DOI: 10.1007/s00441-022-03664-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2022] [Accepted: 06/27/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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Testicular dysfunction, a major contributory factor to infertility, has received a lot of attention over the recent years. Several studies have linked abnormal sperm function and morphology with an enhanced generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and oxidative stress. The nuclear factor erythroid-derived 2 (Nrf2) is a transcriptional response to cellular stresses (intrinsic or extrinsic) that regulates the oxidative status, mitochondrial dysfunction, inflammation, and proteostasis. In this review, the therapeutic role of Nrf2 was explored. To do so, scientific data were retrieved from databases such as Elsevier, Wiley, Web of Science, Springer, PubMed, Taylor and Francis, and Google Scholar using search terms such as "Nrf2" and "testis," "sperm," "testicular function," and "testosterone." It has been noted that Nrf2 influences the physiology and pathology of testicular dysfunction, especially in the spermatogenic process, by regulating cellular resistance to oxidative stress, inflammation, and environmental toxicants. However, numerous compounds serve as activators and inhibitors of testicular Nrf2. Nrf2 activators might play a therapeutic role in the prevention and treatment of testicular dysfunction, while molecules that inhibit Nrf2 might induce dysfunction in testis components. Nrf2 activators protect cells against oxidative damage and activate Nrf2/KEAP1 signaling which promotes its movement to the nucleus, and increased Nrf2 function and expression, along with their downstream antioxidant gene. Nrf2 inhibitors facilitate oxidative stress via interfering with the Nrf2 signal pathway. The Nrf2 activation could serve as a promising therapeutic target for testicular dysfunction. This review explored the effect of Nrf2 on testicular function while highlighting potential activators and inhibitors of Nrf2.
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Salama SA, Abd-Allah GM, Gad HS, Kabel AM. Galangin attenuates cadmium-evoked nephrotoxicity: Targeting nucleotide-binding domain-like receptor pyrin domain containing 3 inflammasome, nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2, and nuclear factor kappa B signaling. J Biochem Mol Toxicol 2022; 36:e23059. [PMID: 35384154 DOI: 10.1002/jbt.23059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/02/2021] [Revised: 01/09/2022] [Accepted: 03/21/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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The kidney is highly vulnerable to cadmium-evoked oxidative injury. Galangin is a natural flavone with reported antioxidant properties. This study investigated the potential modulating activity of galangin against cadmium-induced nephrotoxicity and explored the underlining mechanisms. Western blot analysis, spectrophotometric, ELISA, and histopathological techniques were employed. The results revealed that galangin suppressed tubular injury and improved glomerular function in the cadmium-intoxicated rats as evidenced by downregulation of kidney injury molecule-1, serum creatinine, and blood urea nitrogen. Galangin reduced cadmium-evoked inflammatory response and oxidative stress as indicated by reduced levels of interleukin-1 beta and TNF-α, decreased DNA damage, and improved antioxidant potential of the renal tissues. Mechanistically, galangin suppressed the nucleotide-binding domain-like receptor pyrin domain containing 3 inflammasome and efficiently decreased caspase-1 activity in the cadmium-intoxicated rats. Equally important, it inhibited the cadmium-induced nuclear translocation of nuclear factor kappa B and upregulated nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 signaling. The results highlight the ability of galangin to attenuate cadmium-evoked nephrotoxicity and support its therapeutic implementation although clinical investigations are warranted.
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- Samir A Salama
- Division of Biochemistry, Department of Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Taif University, Taif, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt.,Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Egyptian Russian University, Badr, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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Shojaeepour S, Sharififar F, Haghpanah T, Iranpour M, Imani M, Dabiri S. Panax ginseng ameliorate toxic effects of cadmium on germ cell apoptosis, sperm quality, and oxidative stress in male Wistar rats. TOXIN REV 2022. [DOI: 10.1080/15569543.2021.1884095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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- Saeedeh Shojaeepour
- Pathology and Stem Cell Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Herbal and Traditional Medicines Research Center, Department of Pharmacognosy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Anatomy, Afzalipour Faculty of Medicine, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Pathology and Stem Cell Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Shahid Bahonar University of Kerman, Kerman, Iran
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- Pathology and Stem Cell Research Center, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran
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Chen Z, Zuo Z, Chen K, Yang Z, Wang F, Fang J, Cui H, Guo H, Ouyang P, Chen Z, Huang C, Geng Y, Liu W, Deng H. Activated Nrf-2 Pathway by Vitamin E to Attenuate Testicular Injuries of Rats with Sub-chronic Cadmium Exposure. Biol Trace Elem Res 2022; 200:1722-1735. [PMID: 34173155 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-021-02784-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Cadmium (Cd), a heavy metal element, cumulates in the testis and can cause male reproductive toxicity. Although vitamin E (VE) as one of potential antioxidants protects the testis against toxicity of Cd, the underlying mechanism remained uncompleted clear. The aim of this study was to investigate whether the Nrf-2 pathway is involved with the protective effect of VE on testicular damages caused by sub-chronic Cd exposure. Thirty-two SD rats were divided into four groups and orally administrated with VE and/or Cd for 28 consecutive days: control group, VE group (100 mg VE/kg), Cd group (5 mg CdCl2/kg), and VE + Cd group (100 mg VE/kg + 5 mg CdCl2/kg). The results showed that 28-day exposure of Cd caused accumulation of Cd, histopathological lesions, and alternations of sperm parameters (elevated rate of abnormal sperm, decreased count of sperm, declined motility, and viability of sperm). Moreover, the rats exposed to Cd showed significant oxidative stress (increased contents of MDA and decreased levels or activities of T-AOC, GSH, CAT, SOD and GSH-Px) and inhibition of Nrf-2 signaling pathway (downregulation of Nrf-2, HO-1, NQO-1, GCLC, GCLM and GST) of the testes. In contrast, VE treatment significantly reduced the Cd accumulation, alleviated histopathological lesions and dysfunctions, activated Nrf-2 pathway, and attenuated the oxidative stress caused by Cd in the testes of rats. In conclusion, VE, through upregulating Nrf-2 pathway, could protect testis against oxidative damages induced by sub-chronic Cd exposure.
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- Zhuo Chen
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- School of Public Health, Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610500, People's Republic of China
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- Chengdu Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Southwest Minzu University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 610041, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China.
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611130, People's Republic of China
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Xiong L, Bin Zhou, Young JL, Wintergerst K, Cai L. Exposure to low-dose cadmium induces testicular ferroptosis. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2022; 234:113373. [PMID: 35272187 PMCID: PMC10858319 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2022.113373] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2021] [Revised: 02/26/2022] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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As an environmental pollutant, cadmium (Cd) has been widely reported to induce male infertility due to its gonadotoxicity. However, the specific mechanism of Cd-induced testicular damage remains unclear. We investigated whether Cd causes testicular injury through ferroptosis. Male C57BL/6 J mice were exposed to 0, 0.5, or 5 ppm Cd via drinking water, starting in utero, and continuing through 24 weeks post-weaning. The results showed that Cd accumulated in the testes in a dose-dependent manner. Cd exposure at a concentration of 5 ppm, but not 0.5 ppm, caused a mass loss and detachment of germ cells, as well as a decreased meiotic index and testis weight. Exposure to 5 ppm Cd caused iron accumulation, increased levels of malondialdehyde (MDA) and nitro tyrosine (3-NT), and decreased expression of Nrf2, HO-1 and SOD2. We also found that exposure to 5 ppm Cd significantly decreased the expression of SLC7A11, a marker of ferroptosis in mice, along with the expression of SLC40A1 mRNA and ferritin heavy chain (FTH) protein, whereas there was no obvious change in the mRNA expression of Tfrc, ZIP8, ZIP14, and NCOA4. These findings indicate that 5 ppm Cd exposure increased testicular ferroptosis, which may be attributed to the reduction of stored iron export.
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- Lijuan Xiong
- Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA; Department of Emergency, The Affiliated Children's Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China.
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- Department of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Genetics, The Affiliated Children's Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA; Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY 40202, USA; Department of Medicine, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA
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- Wendy Novak Diabetes Center, Norton Children's Hospital, Louisville, KY 40202, USA; Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA
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- Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA; Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY 40202, USA; Wendy Novak Diabetes Center, Norton Children's Hospital, Louisville, KY 40202, USA; Radiation Oncology, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA.
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Liu HS, Zhou MY, Zhang X, Li YL, Kong JW, Gao X, Ge DY, Liu JJ, Ma PG, Peng GY, Liao Y. Sagittaria sagittifolia polysaccharide protects against six-heavy-metal-induced hepatic injury associated with the activation of Nrf2 pathway to regulate oxidative stress and apoptosis. J Inorg Biochem 2022; 232:111810. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jinorgbio.2022.111810] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2021] [Revised: 03/17/2022] [Accepted: 03/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Xiong L, Zhou B, Young JL, Xu J, Wintergerst K, Cai L. Effects of whole-life exposure to low-dose cadmium with post-weaning high-fat diet on offspring testes in a male mouse model. Chem Biol Interact 2022; 353:109797. [PMID: 34998821 PMCID: PMC8862595 DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2022.109797] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2021] [Revised: 12/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/03/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Although several studies have reported testicular impairments caused by cadmium (Cd) or obesity alone, the combined effect of Cd and obesity on the testes and its underlying mechanism remains unclear. We examined the combined effect of whole-life exposure to low-dose Cd started at preconception and post-weaning high-fat diet (HFD) on the testes of offspring mice. At weaning, male offspring parented with and without exposure to low-dose Cd were continued on the same drinking water regimen as their parents and fed with either a normal diet (ND) or HFD for 10 or 24 weeks. Whole-life exposure to Cd resulted in its accumulation in testes, and HFD induced obesity and lipid metabolism disorder. Exposure to Cd or HFD alone significantly decreased Johnsen scores, disrupted testicular structure, and increased germ cell apoptosis at both 10 and 24 weeks. However, co-exposure to Cd and HFD did not induce the toxic effects that were induced by either alone, as revealed by preserved testicular structure and spermatogenesis, lack of significant apoptosis, and increased cell proliferation. Mechanistically, the combined effects of low-dose Cd and HFD consumption were associated with the activation of the JAK/STAT pathway. These findings suggest that co-exposure to low-dose Cd and HFD did not cause Cd- or HFD-induced testicular injury, probably because of the activation of the JAK/STAT pathway to prevent germ cell apoptosis.
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- Lijuan Xiong
- Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA,Department of Emergency, The Affiliated Children’s Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China,Corresponding author: Dr. Lu Cai, Pediatric Research Institute, University of Louisville, 570 S. Preston Street, Baxter I Building, Rm: 304F, Louisville, KY, 40202, USA, , Dr. Lijuan Xiong, Department of Emergency, Jiangxi Provincial Children’s Hospital, 122 Yang Ming Road, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330006, China,
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- Department of Endocrinology, Metabolism, and Genetics, The Affiliated Children’s Hospital of Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, China
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- Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA,Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY 40202, USA,Department of Medicine, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA
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- Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA
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- Wendy Novak Diabetes Center, Louisville, KY 40202, USA,Division of Endocrinology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA
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- Pediatric Research Institute, Department of Pediatrics, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA,Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY 40202, USA,Wendy Novak Diabetes Center, Louisville, KY 40202, USA,Radiation Oncology, University of Louisville School of Medicine, Louisville, KY 40202, USA,Corresponding author: Dr. Lu Cai, Pediatric Research Institute, University of Louisville, 570 S. Preston Street, Baxter I Building, Rm: 304F, Louisville, KY, 40202, USA, , Dr. Lijuan Xiong, Department of Emergency, Jiangxi Provincial Children’s Hospital, 122 Yang Ming Road, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330006, China,
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Salama SA, Mohamadin AM, Abdel-Bakky MS. Arctigenin alleviates cadmium-induced nephrotoxicity: Targeting endoplasmic reticulum stress, Nrf2 signaling, and the associated inflammatory response. Life Sci 2021; 287:120121. [PMID: 34742745 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2021.120121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2021] [Revised: 10/20/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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AIM Nephrotoxicity is a critical consequence of cadmium toxicity. Cadmium induces nephrotoxicity through disruption of cellular redox balance and induction of endoplasmic reticulum stress (ERS) and inflammatory responses. The present study investigated the renoprotective effects of the naturally occurring arctigenin against the cadmium-induced nephrotoxicity. MAIN METHODS Male Wistar rats were randomized into normal control, arctigenin control, cadmium, and cadmium/arctigenin groups. Cadmium and arctigenin were administered daily over a seven-day period. On the eighth day, blood and kidney tissue specimens were collected and subjected to spectrophotometric, ELISA, and immunoblotting analysis. KEY FINDINGS Arctigenin significantly improved renal functions and reduced renal tubular injury in the cadmium-intoxicated rats as reflected by increased GFR and reduced levels of serum creatinine, BUN, urinary albumin-to-creatinine ratio, and protein expression of KIM-1. Arctigenin alleviated the cadmium-induced oxidative DNA damage and lipid peroxidation while boosted reduced glutathione level and antioxidant enzymes activity. Mechanistically, arctigenin enhanced nuclear translocation of the antioxidant transcription factor Nrf2 and up-regulated its downstream redox-regulating enzymes HO-1 and NQO1. Importantly, arctigenin ameliorated the cadmium-evoked ERS as demonstrated by reduced protein expression of the key molecules Bip, PERK, IRE1α, CHOP, phspho-eIF2α, and caspase-12 and diminished activity of caspase-12. Additionally, arctigenin down-regulated the cadmium-induced NF-κB nuclear translocation and decreased its downstream pro-inflammatory cytokines TNF-α and IL-1β. SIGNIFICANCE The current work underlines the alleviating activity of arctigenin against cadmium-evoked nephrotoxicity potentially through mitigating ERS and targeting Nrf2 and NF-κB signaling. The current findings support possible therapeutic application of arctigenin in controlling cadmium-induced nephrotoxicity although clinical investigations are necessary.
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- Samir A Salama
- Division of Biochemistry, Department of Pharmacology, College of Pharmacy, Taif University, P.O. Box 11099, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Al-Azhar University, Cairo 11751, Egypt
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- Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Pharmacy, Qassim University, Buraydah 52471, Saudi Arabia
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Wang K, Hu H, Cui W, Zhang X, Tang Q, Liu N, Lan X, Pan C. Palliative effects of metformin on testicular damage induced by triptolide in male rats. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2021; 222:112536. [PMID: 34303043 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2021.112536] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2021] [Revised: 07/14/2021] [Accepted: 07/16/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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As a widely existing traditional Chinese medicine component, TP (triptolide) has serious reproductive toxicity which causes severe damage to the reproductive system and limits its application prospect. TP and MET (metformin) have shown great potential in combined with each other in anticancer and anti-inflammatory. Whether metformin can resist the reproductive toxicity caused by triptolide, the effects of MET on TP-induced reproductive capacity has not been reported. In this study, metformin was used to investigate the therapeutic effect on reproductive toxicity induced by TP in rat. The results showed that metformin had significant therapeutic effects on oxidative stress damage, destruction of the blood-testosterone barrier and apoptosis. And it proved that its therapeutic effect is mainly to restore the structural and functional stability of testis through antioxidant stress. It will provide guidance for the treatment of reproductive toxicity caused by TP and the adjuvant detoxification of TP application.
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- Ke Wang
- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction of Shaanxi Province, Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, No. 22 Xinong Road, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, PR China.
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction of Shaanxi Province, Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, No. 22 Xinong Road, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, PR China.
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction of Shaanxi Province, Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, No. 22 Xinong Road, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, PR China.
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction of Shaanxi Province, Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, No. 22 Xinong Road, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction of Shaanxi Province, Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, No. 22 Xinong Road, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction of Shaanxi Province, Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, No. 22 Xinong Road, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction of Shaanxi Province, Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, No. 22 Xinong Road, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Technology, Northwest A&F University, Key Laboratory of Animal Genetics, Breeding and Reproduction of Shaanxi Province, Key Laboratory of Animal Biotechnology, Ministry of Agriculture, No. 22 Xinong Road, Yangling, Shaanxi 712100, PR China.
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Kandemir FM, Caglayan C, Darendelioğlu E, Küçükler S, İzol E, Kandemir Ö. Modulatory effects of carvacrol against cadmium-induced hepatotoxicity and nephrotoxicity by molecular targeting regulation. Life Sci 2021; 277:119610. [PMID: 33989663 DOI: 10.1016/j.lfs.2021.119610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2021] [Revised: 04/30/2021] [Accepted: 05/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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AIM Cadmium (Cd) is a toxic heavy metal that causes severe toxic effects on different tissues including liver and kidney. Therefore the research for alternatives to reduce the damage caused by Cd has substantial importance. This study was performed to examine the possible modulatory effects of carvacrol (CRV) against Cd-induced hepatorenal toxicities and the possible mechanisms underlying these effects. MATERIALS AND METHODS In the present study, 35 male Wistar rats were randomly divided into 5 groups. The rats were treated with Cd (25 mg/kg) and treated with CRV (25 and 50 mg/kg body weight) for 7 consecutive days. KEY FINDINGS CRV could modulate Cd-induced elevations of ALT, ALP, AST, urea, creatinine, MDA and enhance antioxidant enzymes' activities such as SOD, CAT, and GPx, and GSH's level. CRV also reversed the changes in levels of inflammatory biomarker and apoptotic genes that include NF-κB, Bcl-3, MAPK-14, iNOS, COX-2, MPO, PGE2, Bax, Bcl-2, P53, Caspase-9, Caspase-6 and Caspase-3 in both tissues. The levels of 8-OHdG in the Cd-induced liver and kidney tissues were modulated after CRV treatment. Furthermore, CRV treatment considerably lowered Cd, Na, Fe, and Zn content while increased K, Ca, Mg and Cu contents in both tissues as compared to the Cd-exposed rats. SIGNIFICANCE The results of the present study revealed that CRV supplementation could be a promising strategy to protect the liver and kidney tissues against Cd-induced oxidative damage, inflammation and apoptosis.
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- Fatih Mehmet Kandemir
- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Atatürk University, 25240 Erzurum, Turkey.
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Bingol University, 12000 Bingol, Turkey.
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- Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Science and Literature, Bingol University, 12000 Bingol, Turkey
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Atatürk University, 25240 Erzurum, Turkey
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- Central Laboratory Application and Research Center, Bingol University, 12000 Bingol, Turkey
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- Erzurum Veterinary Control Institute, 25070 Erzurum, Turkey
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Ke Q, Yang J, Liu H, Huang Z, Bu L, Jin D, Liu C. Dose- and time-effects responses of Nonylphenol on oxidative stress in rat through the Keap1-Nrf2 signaling pathway. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2021; 216:112185. [PMID: 33836420 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2021.112185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/25/2020] [Revised: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 03/21/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
Abstract
Nonylphenol (NP) is a representative environmental endocrine-disrupting compound that can induce oxidative stress in organisms. The Kelch-like ECH-associated protein 1 (Keap1)-nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) signaling pathway acts an important role in preventing oxidative stress. The aim of this study was to investigate the influence of oxidative stress caused by NP on Keap1-Nrf2 pathway in rats. Rats were treated with NP (30, 90, 270 mg/kg) for different exposure time (7, 14 and 28 days). The levels of reactive oxygen species (ROS) in serum and glutathione S-transferase (GST), UDP-Glucuronosyl Transferase (UGT) in liver were detected by ELISA kits. Western blot was used to detect Keap1, Nrf2 protein expression in liver and cerebral cortex. The results showed that 28 days of NP exposure significantly increased ROS levels in NPH group. And 14 days exposure to NP significantly enhanced the levels of GST and UGT, while 28 days of exposure showed a suppressive effect. In liver, Keap1 levels was upregulated at 7, 14 and 28 days of NP exposure, while nuclear Nrf2 levels decreased at 7 and 28 days but increased at 14 days. In cerebral cortex, Keap1 and Nrf2 expression increased at 14 days but decreased at 28 days. Besides, with the prolongation of NP exposure time, the GST and UGT levels in NPM and NPH groups were increased firstly and then decreased, while Keap1 and Nrf2 protein levels were constantly decreased in liver and cerebral cortex. In conclusion, the lower dose and shorter exposure time of NP activated the Keap1-Nrf2 pathway that may reduce the damage of oxidative stress, but when further exposed to NP at higher dose and time, the pathway could be inhibited.
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- Qianhua Ke
- The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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- The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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- The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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- The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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- The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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- The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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- The Key Laboratory of Food Quality and Safety of Guangdong Province, College of Food Science, South China Agricultural University, Guangzhou 510642, China.
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Fang J, Yin H, Yang Z, Tan M, Wang F, Chen K, Zuo Z, Shu G, Cui H, Ouyang P, Guo H, Chen Z, Huang C, Geng Y, Liu W. Vitamin E protects against cadmium-induced sub-chronic liver injury associated with the inhibition of oxidative stress and activation of Nrf2 pathway. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2021; 208:111610. [PMID: 33396130 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2020.111610] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2020] [Revised: 10/22/2020] [Accepted: 11/02/2020] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Hepatic oxidative stress, as one important mechanism of cadmium (Cd)-induced hepatic toxicity, could, as known, be ameliorated by vitamin E (VE). However, the underlying mechanism remains to be elucidated. To investigate whether the antioxidant vitamin E can protect against Cd-induced sub-chronic liver injury associated with oxidative stress and nuclear factor erythrocyte 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) pathway, male Sprague-Dawley rats (nine-week-old) were randomly divided into four groups (eight rats/group), namely, control, VE (100 mg/kg VE), Cd (5 mg/kg CdCl2) and VE+Cd (100 mg/kg VE+5 mg/kg CdCl2), and received intragastric administration of Cd and/or VE for four weeks. Cd-exposure alone resulted in reduced liver weight, liver histological alteration and oxidative stress, accumulation of Cd in the liver, elevated ALT and AST concentrations in serum together with decreased mRNA and protein expressions of Nrf2 pathway related molecules (Nrf2, HO-1, NQO-1, GCLC, GCLM and GST). However, the co-treatment of Cd and VE significantly ameliorated the changes mentioned above, and promoted the expression of genes and proteins of Nrf2 pathway related molecules in comparison to the Cd-exposure alone. Our results indicate that the protective effect of VE against Cd-induced sub-chronic hepatic damage in rats is associated with the inhibition of oxidative stress and activation of Nrf2 pathway.
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- Jing Fang
- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- Chengdu Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Southwest Minzu University, Chendu, Sichuan 610041, PR China
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- School of Public Health, Chengdu Medical College, Chengdu, Sichuan 610500, PR China.
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China.
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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- College of Veterinary Medicine, Sichuan Agricultural University, Chengdu, Sichuan 611130, PR China
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Parasuraman S, Qin BNY, Hui LC, Beng JYK. Effect of epigallocatechin gallate on aluminum chloride-induced changes in behavior, biochemical parameters, and spermatogenesis of Sprague-Dawley rats. BENI-SUEF UNIVERSITY JOURNAL OF BASIC AND APPLIED SCIENCES 2020. [DOI: 10.1186/s43088-020-00079-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Abstract
Background
Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) acts as an antioxidant by preventing oxidative stress. The effect of EGCG on aluminum-induced testicular injury is not clear. Hence, the present study is planned to investigate the effect of EGCG on aluminum chloride (AlCl3)-induced changes in behavior, biochemical parameters, and spermatogenesis in male Sprague-Dawley rats. The rats were divided into six groups with six animals each. All the animals were administered with respective assigned treatment once daily for 28 days. The animals in groups I to VI were administered with drug vehicle, AlCl3, vitamin C, EGCG, vitamin C, and EGCG, respectively. The animals in groups V and VI were additionally challenged with AlCl3 (10 mg/kg) immediately after vitamin C and EGCG administration, respectively. Changes in behavior were measured on day 1, 14 and 28. At the end of the study, the blood sample was collected from all the animals, and the serum was separated and used for biochemical analysis. Later, the rats were subjected to bilateral orchiectomy; sperm was collected from the cauda epididymis for microscopic examination. Then, the animals were sacrificed, and the organs such as the brain, lungs, heart, liver, kidney, spleen, and testis were collected for organ weight analysis.
Results
The animal administered with AlCl3 showed a reduction in locomotor activity, grip strength, and escape latency time whereas vitamin C prevented the effect of AlCl3. But, EGCG did not show any significant changes in AlCl3-induced behavioral and biochemical changes. At the end of the study, vitamin C prevented AlCl3-induced behavioral and biochemical changes. The group of animals administered with AlCl3 showed a reduction in the number of spermatozoa whereas AlCl3 + vitamin C and AlCl3 + EGCG did not show any significant changes in the number of spermatozoa when compared to the control group.
Conclusion
EGCG prevented AlCl3-induced reduction in epididymal sperm count of male rats and did not show any significant effect on AlCl3-induced changes in behavior and biochemical parameters, whereas vitamin C had an ameliorative effect on AlCl3-induced changes in behavior, biochemical parameter, and spermatogenesis.
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Li Y, Zhang T, Jia Y, Yang H, Liu W, Pan J, Wang Y, Liang S, Li K. Supplementation of cryoprotectant with
Pinus massoniana
bark extract improves human sperm vitality and fertility potential. Andrology 2020. [DOI: 10.1111/andr.12945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Yingya Li
- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
- Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics Ruijin HospitalShanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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- Center of Reproductive Medicine Shanghai First Maternity and Infant HospitalTongji University School of Medicine Shanghai China
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Kassab RB, Lokman MS, Daabo HMA, Gaber DA, Habotta OA, Hafez MM, Zhery AS, Moneim AEA, Fouda MS. Ferulic acid influences Nrf2 activation to restore testicular tissue from cadmium-induced oxidative challenge, inflammation, and apoptosis in rats. J Food Biochem 2020; 44:e13505. [PMID: 33047361 DOI: 10.1111/jfbc.13505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/12/2020] [Revised: 09/11/2020] [Accepted: 09/15/2020] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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Here, we examined the protective effect of ferulic acid (FA) on cadmium chloride (CdCl2 )-mediated reproductive toxicity in male rats. Animals were divided into four groups: control, FA (20 mg/kg), CdCl2 (6.5 mg/kg), and FA + CdCl2 . CdCl2 treatment evoked a significant increase in testis cadmium concentration in addition to obvious increase in testosterone, luteinizing hormone, and follicle-stimulating hormone levels. Moreover, CdCl2 -induced oxidative damage through exhausting the cellular defenses (superoxide dismutase, catalase, glutathione peroxidase, glutathione reductase, and glutathione) and downregulating the nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) expression accompanied by increases of malondialdehyde and nitric oxide contents. Testicular inflammation was evident indicated by increased levels of interleukin-1β and tumor necrosis factor-α in CdCl2 -treated rats. CdCl2 exposure also decreased the expression of the proliferating cell nuclear antigen and augmented apoptotic events associated with prominent histopathological alterations. However, FA coadministration mitigated the impaired hormonal level, apoptotic and inflammatory injuries elicited by CdCl2, and maintained the oxidant/antioxidant balance in testicular tissue via Nrf2 activation. PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS: Cadmium is an environmental toxicant and known to cause adverse effects including reproductive toxicity. However, antioxidant application has been found to protect against heavy metals-mediated toxic effects. Here, we examined the potential protective efficacy of ferulic acid against cadmium-mediated testicular impairments through estimating the amount of cadmium in the testis, hormonal profile, oxidative status, inflammatory response, apoptotic and proliferating markers in addition to the histopathological alterations. The obtained findings revealed that ferulic acid supplementation was able to abolish the testicular damages coupled with cadmium exposure. The protective efficiency of ferulic acid may correlated with its strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antiapoptotic activities; suggesting that ferulic acid may be used to ameliorate cadmium-induced testicular deficits.
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- Rami B Kassab
- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt.,Department of Biology, Faculty of Science and Arts, Al Baha University, Al Baha, Saudi Arabia
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- Biology Department, College of Science and Humanities, Prince Sattam bin Abdul Aziz University, Alkharj, Saudi Arabia
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- Pharmacy Department, Duhok Technical Institute, Duhok Polytechnic University, Duhok, Iraq
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- Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Department, Faculty of Medicine, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt
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- Biochemistry Department, Faculty of Pharmacy, Ahram Canadian University (ACU), Giza, Egypt
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- Kasr Al-Eini School of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Zoology and Entomology, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Chemistry Department, Faculty of Science, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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Ashrafizadeh M, Ahmadi Z, Farkhondeh T, Samarghandian S. Back to Nucleus: Combating with Cadmium Toxicity Using Nrf2 Signaling Pathway as a Promising Therapeutic Target. Biol Trace Elem Res 2020; 197:52-62. [PMID: 31786752 DOI: 10.1007/s12011-019-01980-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2019] [Accepted: 11/06/2019] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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There are concerns about the spread of heavy metals in the environment, and human activities are one of the most important factors in their spread. These agents have the high half-life resulting in their persistence in the environment. So, prevention of their spread is the first step. However, heavy metals are an inevitable part of modern and industrial life and they are applied in different fields. Cadmium is one of the heavy metals which has high carcinogenesis ability. Industrial waste, vehicle emissions, paints, and fertilizers are ways of exposing human to cadmium. This potentially toxic agent harmfully affects the various organs and systems of body such as the liver, kidney, brain, and cardiovascular system. Oxidative stress is one of the most important pathways of cadmium toxicity. So, improving the antioxidant defense system can be considered as a potential target. On the other hand, the Nrf2 signaling pathway involves improving the antioxidant capacity by promoting the activity of antioxidant enzymes such as catalase and superoxide dismutase. At the present review, we demonstrate how Nrf2 signaling pathway can be modulated to diminish the cadmium toxicity.
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- Milad Ashrafizadeh
- Department of Basic Science, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tabriz, Tabriz, Iran
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- Department of Basic Science, Shoushtar Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shoushtar, Iran
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- Cardiovascular Diseases Research Center, Birjand University of Medical Sciences, Birjand, Iran
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neyshabur University of Medical Sciences, Neyshabur, Iran.
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Shi Y, Gaurab P, Wang W, Yan J, Sun Z, Zhang Y, Liu J, Liu X, Zheng D. Interaction effect of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbon metabolites and cadmium on semen quality in nonsmokers. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2020; 27:33990-33997. [PMID: 32557064 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-020-09617-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/09/2019] [Accepted: 06/04/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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Both cadmium (Cd) and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs) are known reproductive toxicants, but their co-exposure and interaction effect on semen quality particularly in nonsmokers remain unknown. We included 333 nonsmoking men and analyzed their urine and semen samples for heavy metals and PAH metabolites. Restricted cubic spline models were used to explore the dose-response relationship between each OH-PAHs, Cd, and semen quality parameters; the generalized linear model was performed to examine the interaction of each urinary OH-PAH metabolite and Cd concentration on semen quality. Also, stratified analysis was applied to further illustrate the independent effect of PAHs on semen quality parameters in low and high concentration Cd subgroups. The dose-response and interaction effect of PAHs and Cd on male semen quality was observed. Stratified analysis in the high concentration Cd subgroup showed a negative association of 1-OHPyr concentration with semen motility. Our findings indicate that Cd not only modifies the association between PAHs and semen quality but can also exacerbate the toxic effect of pyrene on semen quality parameters. However, further studies with larger samples are needed to confirm the findings.
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- Yihao Shi
- MOE Key Laboratory of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China
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- Tongji Hospital of Tongji Medical College of Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
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- MOE Key Laboratory of Environment and Health, School of Public Health, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, 430030, Hubei, China.
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Tang KK, Liu XY, Wang ZY, Qu KC, Fan RF. Trehalose alleviates cadmium-induced brain damage by ameliorating oxidative stress, autophagy inhibition, and apoptosis. Metallomics 2020; 11:2043-2051. [PMID: 31650140 DOI: 10.1039/c9mt00227h] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 12.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Cadmium (Cd) is a persistent environmental contaminant and induces neurotoxicity in animals. Trehalose (Tre) exhibits powerful neuroprotective effects in certain brain injury models. Herein, we revealed the specific molecular mechanism underlying the protective effects of Tre against Cd-induced brain damage in rats. Firstly, the results showed that Tre significantly ameliorated brain pathological injury induced by Cd. Secondly, Cd-induced down-regulation of total anti-oxidation capacity (T-AOC) and up-regulation of methane dicarboxylic aldehyde (MDA) in brain tissues were significantly reversed by Tre treatment. Importantly, the augmentation of nuclear translocation of nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) caused by Cd was significantly inhibited by Tre treatment. Thirdly, the levels of autophagy marker proteins were measured and the results showed that Tre significantly reversed the up-regulation of light chain 3II (LC-3II) and sequestosome 1 (SQSTM-1/p62) caused by Cd exposure. Finally, the apoptosis rate and the levels of apoptosis marker proteins including B cell leukemia/lymphoma 2 (Bcl2) and Bcl2-associated X protein (Bax) were also measured and the results showed that Cd-induced apoptosis was markedly inhibited by Tre treatment. Collectively, our data suggested that Tre exerted its neuroprotective effects by ameliorating oxidative stress, autophagy inhibition, and apoptosis induced by Cd in rat brains. In addition, the Nrf2 signaling pathway, which is continuously activated by Cd, may contribute to brain injury.
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- Kou-Kou Tang
- College of Animal Science and Veterinary Medicine, Shandong Agricultural University, 61 Daizong Street, Tai'an City, Shandong Province 271018, China.
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Zhou H, Yin C, Zhang Z, Tang H, Shen W, Zha X, Gao M, Sun J, Xu X, Chen Q. Proanthocyanidin promotes functional recovery of spinal cord injury via inhibiting ferroptosis. J Chem Neuroanat 2020; 107:101807. [PMID: 32474063 DOI: 10.1016/j.jchemneu.2020.101807] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2019] [Revised: 04/19/2020] [Accepted: 05/22/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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Improving the microenvironment of lesioned spinal cord to minimize the secondary injury is one important strategy to treat spinal cord injury (SCI). The ensuing hemorrhage after SCI has tight connection with ferroptosis. This study investigated the effects of proanthocyanidins (PACs) on SCI repair and the underlying mechanisms. Adult female mice were divided into four groups, including sham, SCI, PACs5 and PACs10 (i.p. 5 and 10 mg/kg PACs after SCI respectively). The impacts of SCI and PACs treatment on redox parameters (iron contents, TBARS, GSH, and GPX activities) and ferroptosis essential factors such as ACSL4, LPCAT3, Alox15B, Nrf2, HO-1, GPX4 were investigated. The results demonstrated that PACs treatment significantly decreased the levels of iron, TBARS, ACSL4, and Alox15B, while increased the levels of GSH, GPX4, Nrf2, and HO-1 in traumatic spinal cords. Above all, PACs improved the locomotive function of SCI mice. These results suggest that PACs might be potential therapeutics for SCI repair by inhibiting ferroptosis in SCI.
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- Huangao Zhou
- Emergency Department, Jiangyin People's Hospital, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of General Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Medicine, Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Medicine, Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Medicine, Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Medicine, Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Medicine, Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Affiliated Hospital of Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Pharmacy, Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China
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- School of Medicine, Jiangsu University, Jiangsu, China.
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Li L, Chen Y, Jiao D, Yang S, Li L, Li P. Protective Effect of Astaxanthin on Ochratoxin A-Induced Kidney Injury to Mice by Regulating Oxidative Stress-Related NRF2/KEAP1 Pathway. Molecules 2020; 25:molecules25061386. [PMID: 32197464 PMCID: PMC7144393 DOI: 10.3390/molecules25061386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/11/2020] [Revised: 03/12/2020] [Accepted: 03/16/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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The present study aimed to investigate the effects of astaxanthin (ASX) on ochratoxin A (OTA)-induced renal oxidative stress and its mechanism of action. Serum kidney markers, histomorphology, ultrastructural observation, and oxidative stress indicators were assessed. Meanwhile, quantitative real-time reverse transcription PCR and western blotting detection of NRF2 (encoding nuclear factor, erythroid 2 like) and members of the NRF2/KEAP1 signaling pathway (KEAP1 (encoding Kelch-like ECH-associated protein), NQO1 (encoding NAD(P)H quinone dehydrogenase), HO-1 (encoding heme oxygenase 1), γ-GCS (gamma-glutamylcysteine synthetase), and GSH-Px (glutathione peroxidase 1)) were performed. Compared with the control group, the OTA-treated group showed significantly increased levels of serum UA (uric acid) and BUN (blood urea nitrogen), tubular epithelial cells were swollen and degenerated, and the levels of antioxidant enzymes decreased significantly, and the expression of NRF2 (cytoplasm), NQO1, HO-1, γ-GCS, and GSH-Px decreased significantly. More importantly, after ASX pretreatment, compared with the OTA group, serum markers were decreased, epithelial cells appeared normal; the expression of antioxidant enzymes increased significantly, NQO1, HO-1, γ-GCS and GSH-Px levels increased significantly, and ASX promoted the transfer of NRF2 from the cytoplasm to the nucleus. These results highlight the protective ability of ASX in renal injury caused by OTA exposure, and provide theoretical support for ASX’s role in other mycotoxin-induced damage.
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- Correspondence: (S.Y.); (L.L.); (P.L.); Tel./Fax: +86-24-8848-7156 (S.Y., L.L. & P.L.)
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- Correspondence: (S.Y.); (L.L.); (P.L.); Tel./Fax: +86-24-8848-7156 (S.Y., L.L. & P.L.)
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- Correspondence: (S.Y.); (L.L.); (P.L.); Tel./Fax: +86-24-8848-7156 (S.Y., L.L. & P.L.)
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Li P, Li K, Zou C, Tong C, Sun L, Cao Z, Yang S, Lyu Q. Selenium Yeast Alleviates Ochratoxin A-Induced Hepatotoxicity via Modulation of the PI3K/AKT and Nrf2/Keap1 Signaling Pathways in Chickens. Toxins (Basel) 2020; 12:toxins12030143. [PMID: 32106596 PMCID: PMC7150738 DOI: 10.3390/toxins12030143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2020] [Revised: 02/22/2020] [Accepted: 02/23/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to investigate the protective effects of selenium yeast (Se-Y) against hepatotoxicity induced by ochratoxin A (OTA). The OTA-induced liver injury model was established in chickens by daily oral gavage of 50 µg/kg OTA for 21 days. Serum biochemistry analysis, antioxidant analysis, as well as the qRT-PCR and Western blot (WB) analyses were then used to evaluate oxidative damage and apoptosis in chicken liver tissue. The results showed that Se-Y significantly increased liver coefficient induced by OTA (P < 0.05). OTA + Se-Y treated group revealed that Se-Y reduced the OTA-induced increase in glutamic pyruvic transaminase (ALT), glutamic oxaloacetic transaminase (AST) and malonaldehyde (MDA) content, and reversed the decrease in antioxidant capacity (T-AOC), glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px) and total superoxide dismutase (T-SOD) (P < 0.05). In this study, we found that OTA is involved in the mRNA expression levels about Nrf2/Keap1 and PI3K/AKT signaling pathways, such as oxidative stress-related genes (Nrf2, GSH-Px, GLRX2 and Keap1) and apoptosis-related genes (Bax, Caspase3, P53, AKT, PI3K and Bcl-2). Besides, significant downregulations of protein expression of HO-1, MnSOD, Nrf2 and Bcl-2, as well as a significant upregulation of Caspase3 and Bax levels were observed after contaminated with OTA (P < 0.05). Notably, OTA-induced apoptosis and oxidative damage in the liver of chickens were reverted back to normal level in the OTA + Se-Y group. Our findings indicate that pretreatment with Se-Y effectively ameliorates OTA-induced hepatotoxicity.
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- Peng Li
- Key Laboratory of Zoonosis of Liaoning Province, College of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, China; (P.L.); (K.L.); (C.Z.); (C.T.); (L.S.)
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- Key Laboratory of Zoonosis of Liaoning Province, College of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, China; (P.L.); (K.L.); (C.Z.); (C.T.); (L.S.)
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- Key Laboratory of Zoonosis of Liaoning Province, College of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, China; (P.L.); (K.L.); (C.Z.); (C.T.); (L.S.)
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- Key Laboratory of Zoonosis of Liaoning Province, College of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, China; (P.L.); (K.L.); (C.Z.); (C.T.); (L.S.)
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- Key Laboratory of Zoonosis of Liaoning Province, College of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, China; (P.L.); (K.L.); (C.Z.); (C.T.); (L.S.)
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- Tieling City Inspection and Testing and Certification Service Center (Animal Product Safety Testing Station), Tieling 112000, China;
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- Key Laboratory of Zoonosis of Liaoning Province, College of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, China; (P.L.); (K.L.); (C.Z.); (C.T.); (L.S.)
- Correspondence: (S.Y.); (Q.L.)
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- Key Laboratory of Zoonosis of Liaoning Province, College of Animal Science & Veterinary Medicine, Shenyang Agricultural University, Shenyang 110866, China; (P.L.); (K.L.); (C.Z.); (C.T.); (L.S.)
- Correspondence: (S.Y.); (Q.L.)
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Das S, Dewanjee S, Dua TK, Joardar S, Chakraborty P, Bhowmick S, Saha A, Bhattacharjee S, De Feo V. Carnosic Acid Attenuates Cadmium Induced Nephrotoxicity by Inhibiting Oxidative Stress, Promoting Nrf2/HO-1 Signalling and Impairing TGF-β1/Smad/Collagen IV Signalling. Molecules 2019; 24:molecules24224176. [PMID: 31752142 PMCID: PMC6891359 DOI: 10.3390/molecules24224176] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/23/2019] [Revised: 11/15/2019] [Accepted: 11/15/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Cadmium (Cd) imparts nephrotoxicity via triggering oxidative stress and pathological signal transductions in renal cells. The present study was performed to explore the protective mechanism of carnosic acid (CA), a naturally occurring antioxidant compound, against cadmium chloride (CdCl2)-provoked nephrotoxicity employing suitable in vitro and in vivo assays. CA (5 µM) exhibited an anti-apoptotic effect against CdCl2 (40 µM) in normal kidney epithelial (NKE) cells evidenced from cell viability, image, and flow cytometry assays. In this study, CdCl2 treatment enhanced oxidative stress by triggering free radical production, suppressing the endogenous redox defence system, and inhibiting nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) activation in NKE cells and mouse kidneys. Moreover, CdCl2 treatment significantly endorsed apoptosis and fibrosis via activation of apoptotic and transforming growth factor (TGF)-β1/mothers against decapentaplegic homolog (Smad)/collagen IV signalling pathways, respectively. In contrast, CA treatment significantly attenuated Cd-provoked nephrotoxicity via inhibiting free radicals, endorsing redox defence, suppressing apoptosis, and inhibiting fibrosis in renal cells in both in vitro and in vivo systems. In addition, CA treatment significantly (p < 0.05–0.01) restored blood and urine parameters to near-normal levels in mice. Histological findings further confirmed the protective role of CA against Cd-mediated nephrotoxicity. Molecular docking predicted possible interactions between CA and Nrf2/TGF-β1/Smad/collagen IV. Hence, CA was found to be a potential therapeutic agent to treat Cd-mediated nephrotoxicity.
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- Sonjit Das
- Advanced Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata 700032, India; (S.D.); (T.K.D.); (S.J.); (P.C.); (S.B.)
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- Advanced Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata 700032, India; (S.D.); (T.K.D.); (S.J.); (P.C.); (S.B.)
- Correspondence: (S.D.); (V.D.F.); Tel.: +91-33-42452-32043(S.D.); +39-089-969-751 (V.D.F.)
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- Advanced Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata 700032, India; (S.D.); (T.K.D.); (S.J.); (P.C.); (S.B.)
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- Advanced Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata 700032, India; (S.D.); (T.K.D.); (S.J.); (P.C.); (S.B.)
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- Advanced Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata 700032, India; (S.D.); (T.K.D.); (S.J.); (P.C.); (S.B.)
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- Department of Chemical Technology, University of Calcutta, Kolkata 700009, India; (S.B.); (A.S.)
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- Department of Chemical Technology, University of Calcutta, Kolkata 700009, India; (S.B.); (A.S.)
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- Advanced Pharmacognosy Research Laboratory, Department of Pharmaceutical Technology, Jadavpur University, Kolkata 700032, India; (S.D.); (T.K.D.); (S.J.); (P.C.); (S.B.)
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- Department of Pharmacy, University of Salerno, 84084 Fisciano, Italy
- Correspondence: (S.D.); (V.D.F.); Tel.: +91-33-42452-32043(S.D.); +39-089-969-751 (V.D.F.)
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Habib R, Wahdan SA, Gad AM, Azab SS. Infliximab abrogates cadmium-induced testicular damage and spermiotoxicity via enhancement of steroidogenesis and suppression of inflammation and apoptosis mediators. ECOTOXICOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY 2019; 182:109398. [PMID: 31276887 DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoenv.2019.109398] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2019] [Revised: 06/22/2019] [Accepted: 06/27/2019] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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Zhai J, Li Z, Zhang H, Ma L, Ma Z, Zhang Y, Zou J, Li M, Ma L, Li X. Coptisine ameliorates renal injury in diabetic rats through the activation of Nrf2 signaling pathway. Naunyn Schmiedebergs Arch Pharmacol 2019; 393:57-65. [PMID: 31420722 DOI: 10.1007/s00210-019-01710-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2019] [Accepted: 08/06/2019] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The present study has been designed and carried out to evaluate the potential of coptisine on diabetic nephropathy. Diabetes was induced in SD rats through one single intraperitoneal injection of streptozotocin (65 mg/kg) method, and then diabetic rats were orally administered with 25 mg/kg/day coptisine or 50 mg/kg/day coptisine for 8 weeks. Severe impairment of renal function in rats with diabetes was observed as indicated by increased urine protein excretion, kidney hypertrophy index, serum creatinine level, and blood urea nitrogen level. Oxidative stress damage was observed as indicated by increased levels of reactive oxygen species, malondialdehyde, and decreased levels of glutathione, superoxide dismutase, and catalase. However, these alterations in kidneys of rats with diabetes were alleviated by administration of coptisine. Furthermore, the expression levels of nuclear factor-erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) and its targeted antioxidative genes heme oxygenase 1 and NADPH quinone oxidoreductase 1 in the diabetic kidneys were significantly increased after coptisine treatment. These results suggested that coptisine ameliorated oxidative renal injury in diabetic rats, and the possible mechanisms for the renoprotective effects of coptisine may be related to activation of the Nrf2 signaling pathway.
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- Jiajia Zhai
- Department of Endocrinology, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, 15 West Changle Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, People's Republic of China.,Department of Geratology, Xi'an Ninth Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710054, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Clinical Medicine, School of Queen Mary, Nanchang University, Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330031, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Neurology, Xi'an Electric Power Central Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Geratology, Xi'an Ninth Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710054, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Geratology, Xi'an Ninth Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710054, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Xi'an Ninth Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710054, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Internal Medicine, 522nd Hospital of Chinese PLA, Luoyang, Henan, 471003, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Geratology, Xi'an Ninth Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710054, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Geratology, Xi'an Ninth Hospital, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710054, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, 15 West Changle Road, Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710032, People's Republic of China.
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Shi X, Fu L. Piceatannol inhibits oxidative stress through modification of Nrf2-signaling pathway in testes and attenuates spermatogenesis and steroidogenesis in rats exposed to cadmium during adulthood. DRUG DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND THERAPY 2019; 13:2811-2824. [PMID: 31496657 PMCID: PMC6698161 DOI: 10.2147/dddt.s198444] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/17/2018] [Accepted: 04/17/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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Background Cadmium (Cd) is considered a heavy metal and potential pollutant to the environment. Purpose The purpose of this study was to evaluate the protective potential of piceatannol (PT; 10 mg/kg body weight/day) against cadmium (Cd; 5 mg/kg body weight/day)-induced testicular dysfunction in Wistar rats. Materials and methods Rats were randomly divided into four groups: control, PT, Cd, and Cd + PT. Results Treatment with Cd resulted in a significant decrease in body, testicular, and epididymal weights, sperm quantity and quality, steroidogenic marker–enzyme activities, mRNA- and protein-expression levels of SF1, StAR, and P450 side chain–cleaving enzyme, and serum male sex hormonal levels when compared to controls. Testicular malondialdehyde levels were significantly increased, with a significant reduction in enzymatic and nonenzymatic antioxidants in Cd-treated rats compared to control rats. Testicular histomorphometric results supported the biochemical and molecular alterations observed in the study. In addition, significant downregulation in mRNA- and protein-expression levels of cytosolic Nrf2, HO1, γGCS, GPx, and NQO1, as well as significant upregulation in mRNA- and protein-expression levels of Nrf2 and Keap1 in testicular tissue, were noticed in rats administered Cd. PT treatment inCd-treated rats caused marked alleviation in body and organ weights, sperm analysis, steroidogenesis, serum hormonal levels, histomorphometric changes, and oxidative and antioxidative status in testes when compared to Cd alone–treated rats. Further, treatment of rats with PTl showed a marked improvement in mRNA- and protein-expression levels of Nrf2 and its regulated genes and proteins. Conclusion The present study provides compelling evidence that PT treatment results in significant protection against Cd-induced testicular dysfunctions, such as spermatogenesis, steroidogenesis, and oxidative stress in rats, possibly through modification of the Nrf2–Keap1 signalling pathway.
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- Xiaoxue Shi
- Department of Urology Surgery, Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, Henan 450000, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Urological Surgery 2, First Affiliated Hospital of Kunming Medical University, Kunming, Yunnan 650032, People's Republic of China
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Refaie MMM, El-Hussieny M, Bayoumi AMA, Shehata S. Mechanisms mediating the cardioprotective effect of carvedilol in cadmium induced cardiotoxicity. Role of eNOS and HO1/Nrf2 pathway. ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY AND PHARMACOLOGY 2019; 70:103198. [PMID: 31154273 DOI: 10.1016/j.etap.2019.103198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2019] [Revised: 04/30/2019] [Accepted: 05/24/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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Cadmium (Cd) is a highly toxic heavy metal with several harmful effects including cardiotoxicity. For the first time, we aimed to evaluate the possible cardioprotective effect of carvedilol (CAR) in Cd induced cardiotoxicity and study the mechanisms involved in such protection including endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) and HO1/Nrf2 pathway. CAR (1,10 mg/kg/d) was administered orally for 4 weeks with Cd induced cardiac injury (3 mg/kg/d) orally for 4 weeks. We measured cardiac enzymes, mean arterial pressure changes, heme oxygenase-1 (HO1) and total antioxidant capacity (TAC). Moreover; cardiac tissue malondialdehyde (MDA), tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNFα), western blotting of caspase3 and eNOS levels and histopathology were evaluated. Immunoexpression of eNOS in cardiac tissue, gene expression changes of HO1, and nuclear factor erythroid 2-related factor 2 (Nrf2) using real time polymerase chain reactions (rtPCR) were detected. Our results showed that CAR could significantly decrease Cd induced cardiotoxicity.
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- Marwa M M Refaie
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine, Minia University, 61511, El-Minia, Egypt.
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- Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Minia University, 61511, El-Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Biochemistry, Faculty of Pharmacy, Minia University, 61511, El-Minia, Egypt
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- Department of Cardiology, Faculty of Medicine, Minia University, 61511, El-Minia, Egypt
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Gong P, Xiao X, Wang L, Yang W, Chang X. Caffeic acid phenethyl ester, a propolis polyphenolic, attenuates potentially cadmium-induced testicular dysfunction in mice. TOXIN REV 2019. [DOI: 10.1080/15569543.2018.1480497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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- Pin Gong
- College of Food and biotechnology, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi’an, China
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- College of Food and biotechnology, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi’an, China
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- College of Food and biotechnology, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi’an, China
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- College of Food and biotechnology, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi’an, China
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- College of Food and biotechnology, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, Xi’an, China
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Badr GM, Elsawy H, Sedky A, Eid R, Ali A, Abdallah BM, Alzahrani AM, Abdel-Moneim AM. Protective effects of quercetin supplementation against short-term toxicity of cadmium-induced hematological impairment, hypothyroidism, and testicular disturbances in albino rats. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2019; 26:8202-8211. [PMID: 30697654 DOI: 10.1007/s11356-019-04276-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/18/2018] [Accepted: 01/16/2019] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the probable protective effect of quercetin (QUE) against cadmium (Cd)-induced sub-chronic toxicity in rats. Adult male rats were given either Cd (as cadmium chloride; 5 mg/kg) alone or in combination with QUE (50 mg/kg) daily for 4 weeks by oral gavage. At the end of the experimental period, Cd accumulation, and selected hematological, thyroid, and reproductive markers were assessed. Results revealed that Cd treatment significantly increased Cd concentrations in blood, thyroid gland, and testicular tissue of rats. Cd also caused a decline in hemoglobin content, hematocrit value, and total erythrocyte and leucocyte counts. Further, significant suppressions in the blood levels of hormones related to thyroid gland function, and male reproductive hormones (i.e., testosterone, luteinizing hormone and follicle-stimulating hormone), were observed in Cd-treated rats compared to the control. In parallel, low sperm count and sperm motility, increased sperm abnormalities, and marked pathology occurred in testis. Combination with QUE recorded amelioration of the deleterious effects of Cd, involving regulation of hematological toxicity and thyroid hormonal levels and subsequently modulation of testicular function. In conclusion, it appears that dietary QUE can rescue from Cd-induced hematological dysfunctions and testicular damage by reversing the hypothyroid state.
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- Gehan M Badr
- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Science, Tanta University, Tanta, Egypt
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Physiology, Faculty of Medicine, Aswan University, Aswan, Egypt
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- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia
- Endocrine Research (KMEB), Department of Endocrinology, Odense University Hospital and University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Biological Sciences, Faculty of Science, College of Science, King Faisal University, Hofuf, Al-Ahsa, 31982, Saudi Arabia.
- Department of Zoology, Faculty of Science, Alexandria University, Alexandria, Egypt.
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Dallak M. Crataegus aronia enhances sperm parameters and preserves testicular architecture in both control and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease-induced rats. PHARMACEUTICAL BIOLOGY 2018; 56:535-547. [PMID: 30375253 PMCID: PMC6211218 DOI: 10.1080/13880209.2018.1523934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2018] [Revised: 08/18/2018] [Accepted: 09/05/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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CONTEXT Crataegus aronia (syn. Azarolus L.) (Rosaceae) is used in traditional medicine due to its hypolipidaemic and antioxidant properties. OBJECTIVES This study investigates the effect of C. aronia whole plant aqueous extract on sperm parameter and testicular structure in control and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)-induced rats. MATERIALS AND METHODS Male rats were divided into six groups (10 rats each) as control fed a standard diet (STD) (10% kcal), STD + C. aronia (200 mg/kg), high-fat diet (HFD) (45% kcal), HFD + C. aronia, HFD followed by C. aronia, and C. aronia followed by HFD. Rats were treated with C. aronia (once/day, orally) for four weeks. RESULTS Compared with STD rats, STD rats co-treated with C. aronia had lower hepatic triglycerides (0.58 vs. 0.42 mg/g) and cholesterol (5.4 vs. 3.27 mg/g) contents, higher levels of testosterone (8.43 vs. 10.9 ng/mL), luteinizing hormone (6.05 vs. 8.1 mIU/mL) and follicle-stimulating hormone (5.8 vs. 8.0 mIU/mL) and increased epididymis weight (1.28 vs. 1.5g) and sperm count (133.2 vs. 148.3 million/0.1 mg) and motility (66.8%vs. 77.6%). They showed increased testicular levels of glutathione (6.3 vs. 7.75 µM/L) and higher protein levels of Nrf2 (0.37 vs. 0.79), γ-glutamylcysteine synthetase (0.27 vs. 0.5) and superoxide dismutase (0.92 vs. 2.1). Concomitant or post-treatment of C. aronia to NAFLD rats prevented the declines in sperm parameters and damage in the testis by similar effects like those found in the STD rats. DISCUSSION AND CONCLUSIONS This study encourages the use of C. aronia in further future clinical studies.
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- Mohammad Dallak
- Department of Physiology, College of Medicine, King Khalid University, Abha, Saudi Arabia
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